Preguntas informatica Flashcards
(27 cards)
What is the primary function of hardware in a computer system?
To provide the physical components necessary for the operation of the computer.
True or False: Software is intangible and consists of programs that instruct the hardware on what to do.
True
Fill in the blank: The main circuit board in a computer is called the ________.
motherboard
What does CPU stand for?
Central Processing Unit
Which of the following is an example of application software? A) Operating System B) Word Processor C) Firmware
B) Word Processor
What is the purpose of an operating system?
To manage computer hardware and software resources and provide common services for computer programs.
True or False: RAM is a type of permanent storage.
False
What does the acronym SSD stand for?
Solid State Drive
Fill in the blank: ________ is the process of converting data into a coded form to prevent unauthorized access.
Encryption
What is a web browser?
A software application used to access and view websites.
True or False: HTML stands for Hypertext Markup Language.
True
What does URL stand for?
Uniform Resource Locator
Which protocol is commonly used for secure web transactions?
HTTPS
What is the main purpose of a firewall?
To protect a network by controlling incoming and outgoing traffic.
Fill in the blank: ________ is the practice of maintaining and improving a website’s visibility on search engines.
Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
What is the difference between hardware and software?
Hardware refers to the physical components of a computer, while software refers to the programs and operating instructions.
Which of the following is NOT a type of software? A) Browser B) Printer C) Application
B) Printer
True or False: A database is a collection of organized information that can be easily accessed and managed.
True
What is the function of an API?
To allow different software applications to communicate with each other.
What does the acronym IoT stand for?
Internet of Things
Fill in the blank: ________ is the process of testing and evaluating software to ensure it meets specified requirements.
Software Testing
What is cloud computing?
The delivery of computing services over the internet, allowing for on-demand access to resources.
True or False: Malware is a type of software that is designed to harm or exploit any programmable device.
True
What does GUI stand for?
Graphical User Interface
